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Cory Bilyea

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Cory Bilyea is a reporter with Midwestern Newspapers.

Proposed bylaw revision allows recording at open council meetings, subject to anti-harassment standard

Cory Bilyea February 26, 2026Local News, News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

After years of restricting public recordings in council chambers, North Huron is taking steps to reverse course.

Belgrave community hosts Family Day celebration

Cory Bilyea February 19, 2026Arts & Entertainment, Local News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

The Belgrave Community Centre was the place to be on Family Day with a family breakfast hosted by…

Plenty of Family Day fun to be found in North Huron

Cory Bilyea February 19, 2026Arts & Entertainment, Local News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

Family Day weekend in North Huron featured numerous events around the area, including a special…

Local youth honored by teammates

Cory Bilyea February 19, 2026Local News, News, Rural, Sports, Wingham Advance Times

The Wingham U13 Yellow hockey team held a moment of silence to honour Odin Leachman of Wingham, who passed away from cancer on Jan. 25.

Maitland Conservation AGM set for Feb. 18

Cory Bilyea February 12, 2026Local News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

Maitland Conservation (MC) is inviting members and community stakeholders to join them for the AGM on Feb. 18 at the lower hall of the Blyth Memorial Community Hall from 2 – 3:30 p.m.

North Huron to recruit new civil marriage officiant; Emily Phillips set to retire

Cory Bilyea February 12, 2026Local News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

The Township of North Huron has announced the retirement of Emily Phillips, one of its original civil marriage officiants, who has served the community for over 20 years.

Climate Comfort Solutions takes over Montgomery residential plumbing and heating services

Cory Bilyea February 12, 2026Business, Local News, Wingham Advance Times

After purchasing the residential arm of Montgomery Industrial Services on Dec. 1, 2025, Matt and Tanya Horspool have relaunched the business as Climate Comfort Solutions, a family-run HVAC and plumbing company serving the region. 

Blyth Harvest Festival Stage lease renewed

Cory Bilyea February 12, 2026Local News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

A community favourite is here to stay. The Blyth Harvest Festival Stage will continue to host vibrant performances and events, thanks to a renewed land use agreement between the Township of North Huron and the Blyth Centre for the Arts, also known as the Blyth Festival.

Maitland Conservation pushes for joint working group, equal funding

Cory Bilyea February 5, 2026Local News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

Maitland Conservation (MC) board members are calling on local municipalities, watershed groups and residents to press area MPPs and the environment minister for changes to the province’s proposed consolidation of conservation authorities. 

Day camp fun

Cory Bilyea February 5, 2026Arts & Entertainment, Local News, Wingham Advance Times

Participants enjoyed a full day of arts and crafts at the PA day event on Jan. 30.

North Huron South Site child care centre design approved

Cory Bilyea February 5, 2026Local News, News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

Construction on new Blyth facility slated to begin in mid-March.

Province announces local investments; North Huron recipient of three major grants

Cory Bilyea February 5, 2026Local News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

A recent funding allocation from the Ontario government is a welcome and timely announcement, according to North Huron CAO Nelson Santos.

Individuals arrested at meeting after refusing to adhere to bylaw

Cory Bilyea February 5, 2026Local News, News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

Two individuals were arrested during the Feb. 2 regular North Huron council meeting after refusing to adhere to a township bylaw that prohibits audio/video recordings during meetings.

North Huron department heads submit final 2025 quarterly reports

Cory Bilyea January 29, 2026News, Wingham Advance Times

WINGHAM - Department heads with the Township of North Huron have released their fourth quarter 2025 quarterly report, detailing key achievements, ongoing initiatives, and plans.

Community prepares for fifth annual CNOY walk in Wingham

Cory Bilyea January 29, 2026News, Wingham Advance Times

WINGHAM - Residents of the northern Huron and area are once again preparing to bundle up and step out into the winter chill for the 2026 Coldest Night of the Year (CNOY) walk. Scheduled for Sat. Feb. 28, the event aims to raise critical funds and awareness for local individuals experiencing homeless

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April unemployment rate decreases to 5.2 per cent

WALKERTON – In April, the unemployment rate in the Stratford-Bruce Peninsula Economic Region…

Over 50 attend No Tyrants protest co-organized by Kincardine man

Contributed photos The No Tyrants protest, aimed at highlighting autocratic activities, specifically those in the United States, that was held in Owen Sound late last month brought over 50 protestors to Owen Sound’s city hall. Co-organizer Kevin Larson was very happy with the turnout, especially compared to another political protest around the same time.

Denny Scott dscott@midwesternnewspapers.com OWEN SOUND – A local rally aimed at refuting the…

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15th annual North Perth Character Run ‘successful’ says organizers

LISTOWEL - The North Perth Community of Character held its 15th annual Character Run on May 28 at the Steve Kerr Memorial Complex.

Elma Township Public School hosts annual fun fair – including educator inflatable race

Elma Township Public School’s annual fun fair on May 29 featured a ton of games and attractions…

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April unemployment rate decreases to 5.2 per cent

WALKERTON – In April, the unemployment rate in the Stratford-Bruce Peninsula Economic Region…

South Bruce council moves ahead with drain improvements, paving contract and infrastructure upgrades

TEESWATER - South Bruce council is advancing a series of infrastructure projects, including major improvements to a municipal drain, following reports presented on May 26 by the municipality’s operations department.

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Saugeen Hospice expresses gratitude towards Second Hand Rose Shop

Saugeen Hospice is extending a sincere thank you to the Second Hand Rose Shop (SRH) for their generous donation of $5,000 toward the build of Saugeen Hospice.

Picture of the Past

From June 7, 1989: Keith Waldie (standing) and Jack Tait were honored at the Walkerton Rotary Club’s 50th anniversary dinner held on Saturday, June 17 at the Community Centre.

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Regional unemployment rises 0.7 per cent

WALKERTON - In May, the unemployment rate in the Stratford-Bruce Peninsula Economic Region increased by 0.7 percentage points to 5.9%, the largest percentage increase of all economic regions in the province, yet continues to hold steady as the lowest unemployment rate in the province.

Huron-Perth District Women’s Institute district meeting featured Blyth Festival Theatre keynote speaker

Guest speaker Rachael King, general manager of Blyth Festival Theatre, gave attendees a behind-the-scenes look into the expansive world of rural theatre which produces art that often travels to the international stage.

See all Wingham area articles.

Editorial

Government decisions need to be reviewed with rural lens

Federal and provincial governments are forgetting how important rural and agricultural communities are to the country.

Do they really not make things like they used to?

Just so nobody gets the idea that I’m some kind of curmudgeon in a dark room hunched over my…

This is what you get when you vote for a party instead of a person

Sarnia-Lambton-Bkejwanong MP Marilyn Gladu could be facing a (likely doomed to fail) legal challenge from the very people she represents.

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Regional unemployment rises 0.7 per cent

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WALKERTON - In May, the unemployment rate in the Stratford-Bruce Peninsula Economic Region increased by 0.7 percentage points to 5.9%, the largest percentage increase of all economic regions in the province, yet continues to hold steady as the lowest unemployment rate in the province.

Saugeen Hospice expresses gratitude towards Second Hand Rose Shop

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Saugeen Hospice is extending a sincere thank you to the Second Hand Rose Shop (SRH) for their generous donation of $5,000 toward the build of Saugeen Hospice.

15th annual North Perth Character Run ‘successful’ says organizers

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LISTOWEL - The North Perth Community of Character held its 15th annual Character Run on May 28 at the Steve Kerr Memorial Complex.

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